Florific® Lavender Impatiens

Florific® Lavender is a New Guinea impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri) selected for large lavender flowers, dense branching, and reliable color through fall. Its compact size suits shaded beds and containers where a bright annual is useful without taking much room. ## Garden use Set it near a patio or entrance in a pot, or plant it along a partly shaded border for a continuous ribbon of color. The grower lists the cultivar at about 8–10 inches tall and 12–14 inches wide, with large flowers over pointed foliage. See [Ball Seed’s Florific Lavender profile](https://info.ballseed.com/webtrackplantinfo.aspx?ENV=P&phid=034906791002843) for cultivar details. ## Growing conditions Choose partial sun and soil that retains moisture but drains well. New Guinea impatiens handle more sun than common impatiens, though afternoon shade can help protect flowers and foliage. [Illinois Extension’s impatiens guide](https://extension.illinois.edu/flowers/impatiens) notes that New Guinea types suit partial sun and benefit from moisture-retentive soil with good drainage. ## Maintenance Keep the root zone evenly moist, especially in pots during warm weather, and avoid standing water around the roots. Remove damaged stems or foliage as needed to keep the planting tidy. Florific is an annual, so plan to replace it after frost ends the season.